This is a Recruitment Team Leader, APS6, AER Legal, Corporate and Information Services, (EA2026/57) role with ACCC based in Canberra, ACT, AU ACCC Role Seniority - mid level More about the Recruitment Team Leader, APS6, AER Legal, Corporate and Information Services, (EA2026/57) role at ACCC Do you want to work at an agency where each day reveals new opportunities to work on some of the biggest issues facing consumers and businesses and have opportunities to pursue new and exciting pathways? Do you want to work at a place where smart and dedicated people from all walks of life collaborate to work on meaningful matters? Do you want to use your APS recruitment expertise and strong customer service to help managers build the skills the AER needs to deliver its strategic plan? Then this is the place for you! At the AER, we work to make energy consumers better off, now and in the future. We focus on ensuring a secure, reliable and affordable energy future for Australia as it transitions to net zero emissions. Our high performing culture is built on a foundation of care, support and inclusion. It’s why we’re driven by connection and collaboration, sharing our skills, knowledge and support with each other freely and frequently. It’s why we prioritise the wellbeing of our people and empower them to work autonomously, flexibly and courageously. We believe the best version of you is the one that’s true to who you are – and that’s the you we want working alongside us. We value flexibility, this role is available on a full-time, part-time or job-share basis. Applicants from diverse backgrounds including First Nations peoples, people with disability and those from different cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply. What you will do as the Recruitment Team Leader Manage the AER Recruitment Team’s day-to-day activities including: Supporting managers to identify and plan their recruitment needs. Advertising and promoting employment opportunities. Administering the AER’s online recruitment system including preparing and receiving applications, supporting managers to record recruitment recommendations, advising applicants of the outcome of their application, preparing and issuing offers of employment, facilitating the onboarding process and maintaining the AER’s position establishment. Facilitating merit lists and transfers with other APS agencies. Support the Assistant Director, Recruitment, Capability and Planning to develop and deliver the Recruitment Team’s work plan. Collaborate with key AER stakeholders to develop, deliver and maintain recruitment plans that will recruit the capabilities the AER requires to deliver its strategic plan. Support, advise and influence employees and managers on recruitment related matters, policies and procedures. Undertake other duties, as required. About You In order to succeed in the role, you will have: Specialist knowledge of APS recruitment frameworks and related legislation, strategies, policies, guidance, systems and practices. Demonstrated ability to collate and assess information to develop, deliver and maintain recruitment plans. Demonstrated experience providing exceptional client service, preferably in a relevant human resources field. Relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or a related field such as psychology or be working towards, or willingness to gain professional accreditation in Human Resources. To find out more about us and the role, please read the Candidate Kit. How To Apply You will be asked to answer two behavioural questions (refer to the Candidate Kit) and submit your resume with key outcomes or what you are most proud of in each role you have held (2 pages maximum). Salary: $102,947 - $115,384 (plus 15.4% superannuation) per annum - The salary rates incorporate the agency pay increases which take effective from 12 March 2026 under the ACCC Enterprise Agreement 2024-2027 Contact Officer: Heather Kopsen, Director – AER Employee Experience, heather.kopsen@aer.gov.au Applications Close: 11:00pm AEDT, Sunday 22 March 2026 Please note that due to a system upgrade the Recruitment Platform (BigRedSky) will be unavailable from 10:00pm (AEDT) Friday 6 March 2026 until 10:00pm (AEDT) Sunday 8 March 2026 Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the ACCC team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Key Strengths A Final Note: This is a role with ACCC not with Hatch.
